Castle Rock Estate A and W Riesling 2023
The four Castle Rock Estate Riesling releases are all different beasts. If you like your Riesling with a bit more drive and intensity, thi...
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October 30, 2023
Castle Rock Estate Diletti Riesling 2022
An excellent Riesling from Castle Rock Estate, it sees barrel fermentation and lees contact to build veneers of interest. There's some...
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October 30, 2023
Castle Rock Estate Porongurup Riesling 2023
This is great! The focus, the tension, it's a very tidy Riesling from Castle Rock Estate.
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October 30, 2023
Castle Rock Estate Skywalk Riesling 2023
Not as expressive as years gone by, but it's still a very good Riesling.
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October 30, 2023
Brand and Sons Glenroy Shiraz 2021
A pre-release sample, this 2021 is dense but polished. A Coonawarra Shiraz with a classy shape and splendid detail, it will live long.
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October 30, 2023
Philip Shaw Wines Shiraz No 89 2022
Pass me a medium rare steak with a pepper crust and a glass of this Philip Shaw No 89 Shiraz - food and wine pairing job done!
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October 29, 2023
Philip Shaw Wines Shiraz No 89 2019
Tasted alongside the current release 2022 , these two wines are quite a contrast.
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October 29, 2023
Philip Shaw Wines Cabernet Franc 2022
Another Cabernet Franc from Orange and another winner. So bright, fresh and vibrant with an attractive label, I just want in.
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October 29, 2023
Philip Shaw Wines Pinot Noir No 8 2022
Pinot Noir from Philip Shaw Wines with an easygoing persona.
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October 29, 2023
Philip Shaw Wines Sauvignon Blanc No19 2023
I was given the opportunity to taste this new release 2023 alongside a 2007. A fascinating contrast, the latter was still showing an impre...
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October 29, 2023
Philip Shaw Wines Chardonnay No 6 2022
A pre-release look at the Philip Shaw No. 6 Chardonnay.
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October 29, 2023
Philip Shaw Wines No 10 Sparkling NV
Yet to be released, this sample was pulled out from the riddling rack - luck me. Disgorged by yours truly, I didn't even make a mess of ...
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October 29, 2023
Mayfield Vineyard Five Rows Rosé 2023
With a vision of bringing Provence to the brand, viticulturist and co-owner Charles Simons has achieved his goal with this Rosé. Summer ba...
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October 28, 2023
Mayfield Vineyard Backyard Riesling 2023
Vigneron Charles Simons has upped his game with the Sauvignon Blanc and this Riesling in 2023. Passionate about his work, his vision for ...
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October 28, 2023
Mayfield Vineyard Sophie's Godmother Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Hello to this super refreshing Sauvignon Blanc from Mayfield Vineyard. Top buying for the money, it's a big step up from the 2022 rel...
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October 28, 2023
Amour Wines Pinot Noir 2021
Wonderfully perfumed and layered, this is a gorgeous Pinot Noir from Amour Wines. Derived from the French word L'Amour meaning love, t...
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October 27, 2023
Amour Wines White Label Shiraz 2021
The White Label wines from Amour are the best of the best produced and this Shiraz is a very impressive number. Black fruits sit in the dr...
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October 27, 2023
Amour Wines Black Label Shiraz 2021
Winemaker Matt Eades is a cool dude. An opening batter back in the day, he used to play A Grade cricket in Sydney facing the likes of Bret...
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October 27, 2023
Amour Wines Chardonnay 2021
Killer Chardonnay from Matt Eades and his awesome little Amour winery. Creamy, nutty, the well handled drive lands the winning blow. I...
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October 27, 2023
Matthew Atallah Wines Block 1 Cabernet Franc 2021
Named 'The Socialist Red', this Cabernet Franc was the result of many hands pitching in to help winemaker Matthew Atallah during v...
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October 26, 2023
Matthew Atallah Wines Block 7 Syrah 2021
Nicknamed 'The Bald Man's Shed', this Syrah comes from a difficult vintage for winemaker Matthew Atallah - he tore a muscle in...
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October 26, 2023
Matthew Atallah Wines A2 Chardonnay 2019
This current release Chardonnay from Matthew Atallah is excellent. Those who enjoy rich styles are in for a treat.
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October 26, 2023
Matthew Atallah Wines Block 1 Cabernet Franc Rosé 2022
A pretty and crunchy thing, this is a very tasty Ros é from Matthew Atallah. A small operator who sources fruit from various vineyards, th...
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October 26, 2023
Matthew Atallah Wines A2 Chardonnay 2018
Tasted at one of the highest vineyards in Orange, the vista and the company made the occasion memorable. This is Matthew Atallah's sec...
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October 26, 2023
Matthew Atallah Wines A2 Chardonnay 2017
Matthew Atallah - what a guy! I really enjoyed his company when we met in Orange recently. So passionate and with a horde of hilarious sto...
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October 26, 2023
Lyons Will Estate Negociant Series Syrah 2022
Another ripper from Lyons Will. The Granite soils speak loud as does the cool climate medium-bodied frame. Give this a decant and a silky ...
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October 25, 2023
Lyons Will Estate Riesling 2023
A sheer delight! What a beauty! From the Macedon Ranges comes this super expression of Riesling. Jump on board with Lyons Will - they'...
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October 25, 2023
Varney Wines Mencia 2023
A gobful of juicy fruit, this Mencia from Varney Wines just splatters red fruit through the mouth.
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October 25, 2023
Varney Wines Limited Release Syrah 2021
When you find producers like Varney Wines, they are worth clinging to. Across the portfolio with a diverse range varieties available, all ...
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October 25, 2023
Varney Wines Limited Release Nebbiolo 2020
This Nebbiolo from Varney Wines is an absolute beauty! Saturated with fruit, there is density yet it possesses a blissful weightlessness.
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October 25, 2023
Rikard Black Label Pinot Noir 2021
The Black Label represents Rikard's best parcels. A riper pick, this Pinot Noir sees more new oak compared to the White Label Pinot i...
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October 25, 2023
Rikard Shiraz 2022
Tight! Give this Shiraz a couple more years in bottle and it should be singing.
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October 25, 2023
Rikard Pinot Noir 2021
Picked a little earlier, this Rikard Pinot Noir is a cuddle in a glass.
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October 24, 2023
Rikard Black Label Chardonnay 2021
Another awesome Chardonnay off the Orange production line. This Rikard Black Label 2021 is dripping in interest and class. I want it all.
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October 24, 2023
Rikard Chardonnay 2022
A fabulous Chardonnay from Rikard, this tasting could have easily turned into a few glasses on the lounge. If only it wasn't 9am at th...
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October 24, 2023
Rikard Black Label Riesling 2022
Will Rikard-Bell hangs his hat on Riesling. With a knack for building texture, he has delivered a superb wine based on German and Austrian...
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October 23, 2023
Rikard Riesling 2022
Classy Riesling. Bone dry, it's a very tasty drink calling out for some time in the pool or by the beach.
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October 23, 2023
Rikard Blanc de Blanc 2017
I didn't see a lot of fizz when in Orange but this Blanc de Blanc was very clever and not a bad breakfast wine for my 9am tasting! But...
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October 23, 2023
Hoosegg Double Happy Cabernet 2018
A glorious Cabernet from Hoosegg. Generous but measured, there is so much to consider. Brilliant!
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October 23, 2023
Hoosegg Jade Moon Cabernet Franc 2018
What a pretty wine this is! An absolutely divine Cabernet Franc from the hands of Philip Shaw.
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October 23, 2023
Hoosegg Seven Heaven Chardonnay 2018
This Hoosegg Seven Heaven Chardonnay was the most compelling and thought-provoking wine I tasted in Orange. The handling and attention to ...
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October 22, 2023
Hoosegg Magic Monkey Shiraz 2018
An age-worthy Shiraz, this Hoosegg Monkey Magic from Philip Shaw is another example of an excellent fusion of fruit and oak.
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October 22, 2023
Hoosegg Self Made Man 2017
A blend of Cabernet, Shiraz, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, lighter pressings have been brought together to produce a wine with fabulous aroma...
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October 22, 2023
Hoosegg Mountain Dragon Merlot 2018
Merlot to hit you for six! The class of Philip Shaw shining through here.
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October 22, 2023
Hoosegg Everything Is Going To Plan Chardonnay 2019
My last stop on Day 2 of my Orange adventure and I landed at Hoosegg. Cool wines, ripping labels, the attention to detail across the range...
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October 21, 2023
Dalrymple Single Vineyard Ouse Pinot Noir 2021
My first look at Ouse and I've been swept off my feet. Pronounced "ooze", it oozes class through every pore. There is a myst...
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October 21, 2023
Dalrymple Single Vineyard Pipers River Pinot Noir 2021
Sleek! What a delightful Pinot Noir! Big love for the focus. The game face is on and it brings some tension too. Slinky. Delicious. Yes!
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October 21, 2023
Dalrymple Single Vineyard Swansea Pinot Noir 2021
The Dalrymple Single Site Swansea Pinot Noir is a newbie for me and I like what I see. Part of the Single Site range, the poise and drive ...
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October 21, 2023
Dalrymple Single Vineyard Coal River Pinot Noir 2021
Dense and with more weight than others in the Dalrymple Single Site range, there is a concentration and focus to this Coal River Pinot Noi...
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October 21, 2023
Angullong Crossing Reserve Chardonnay 2022
The supply line of great Chardonnay from Orange seems never-ending. This Angullong Crossing Reserve is another beauty worth adding to your...
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October 21, 2023
Angullong Crossing Reserve Shiraz 2022
Top tier Angullong. This is a smart wine. Measured depth and intensity are all the rage with this medium-bodied delight. The drive is capt...
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October 19, 2023
Angullong Fossil Hill Shiraz 2022
Exhibit A on what a ripping cool climate Shiraz looks like. Gee, this is a fab drink. Bright with an energetic lift, large pours come easy...
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October 18, 2023
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